Assistive Technology
Assistive technology organizations provide people with disabilities the information and resources they need to live as independently as possible. Check here for info on assistive technology devices, assessment needs, adaptive equipment, wheelchair vans, and related topics.
Organizations
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ABLEDATA provides objective information about assistive technology products and rehabilitation equipment available from domestic and international sources.
Alliance for Technology Access
The ATA is a coalition of resource centers, service providers, and more that work to provide all people with disabilities with the resources they need to access assistive technology.
Alternative Financing Programs Resource Center
State listings for alternative finance programs.
Assistive Technology Equipment Loan Programs Resource Center
Organizations that loan assistive products for temporary use or evaluation.
ATF, run by the Association of Blind Citizens, will cover the cost of 50% of adaptive software and devices. Grant requests are submitted to the ABC. Applicants must be legally blind.
Coalition of Organizations for Accessible Technology
COAT is a coalition of over 230 disability organizations that advocates for assistive technology advancement for people with disabilities.
Family Guide to Assistive Technology
Provides overview of AT options for parents whose children may benefit from AT. In addition, parents are guided through the maze of advocacy and funding options. See the glossary of terms related to AT, which will help parents speak knowledgably with AT vendors and service providers.
Home of the Rehabilitation Engineering Research Center on Universal Design at Buffalo. Includes sections on innovative ideas (“Bright Ideas”), publications, software, and videos on accessibility as well as universal design. Lots of photographs and illustrations.
Knowbility's mission is to ensure barrier-free I.T. - supporting the independence of people with disabilities by promoting the use and improving the availability of accessible information technology.
National Adult Day Services Association
To enhance the success of its members through advocacy, education, technical assistance, research and communications services.
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